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Office: 519-836-9824
210 Victoria Rd S
Guelph, ON, N1E 5R1
Guelph, ON, N1E 5R1
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Services include:
- bi-monthly food hampers ; bread, baked goods and produce
- clothing, personal care items ; small household items
- baby items
- utility support ; transportation
- prescriptions ; glasses
- emergency accommodations ; mattresses
- referrals
- Christmas Hampers
- backpacks/School Supplies ; summer camp
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Tytler Public School, 131 Ontario St
Guelph, ON, N1E 3B3
Guelph, ON, N1E 3B3
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Programs and services offered at various locations in the Ward.
Office at Tytler Public School by appointment only
Two Rivers Neighbourhood Group Food Bank open to Ward residents on Thursdays (drop in only) from 1 pm-6 pm at 69 Huron St (please enter using the 2nd door at the side of the building - follow the signs!)
Visit/ follow the Facebook page or contact Melanie at the Neighbourhood Group for more information [email protected]
Contact Maryann (Parent Outreach Worker) for family support 519-803-0989
Activities include outdoor programming, events throughout the year, summer camps, community garden and food access.
Member of the Guelph Neighbourhood Support Coalition
Office at Tytler Public School by appointment only
Two Rivers Neighbourhood Group Food Bank open to Ward residents on Thursdays (drop in only) from 1 pm-6 pm at 69 Huron St (please enter using the 2nd door at the side of the building - follow the signs!)
Visit/ follow the Facebook page or contact Melanie at the Neighbourhood Group for more information [email protected]
Contact Maryann (Parent Outreach Worker) for family support 519-803-0989
Activities include outdoor programming, events throughout the year, summer camps, community garden and food access.
Member of the Guelph Neighbourhood Support Coalition
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Office: 519-822-1366
99 Woolwich St
Guelph, ON, N1H 3V1
Guelph, ON, N1H 3V1
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Offers regular worship services and activities / programs for children, youth, adult parishioners and seniors.
- Saturday Night Suppers (four times a year).
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Office: 519-822-8778
41 Macdonell St
Guelph, ON, N1H 2Z4
Guelph, ON, N1H 2Z4
Short Description
- The Monday cafe at 41 Macdonell St. is open from 10 am to 12 pm
- The Tuesday cafe at 41 Macdonell St. is open from 10 am to 12 pm.
- Food pantry services are open at both Chalmers Downtown and Chalmers West locations at regularly scheduled times.
- Guests are asked to bring their own bags to carry food home in.
- 2-3 days' of nutritious food accessible every two weeks, mending service
- 2-3 days of nutritious food accessible every two weeks
- Oversees St Andrew's Presbyterian Church diaper program; diapers available during Chalmers Downtown / Chalmers West hours -- contact 519-822-8778 for information
- Accepts financial donations by mail or canadahelps.org or call the office to set up monthly givings (PAR)
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Office: 519-265-4299
10 Cork St E
Guelph, ON, N1H 2W8
Guelph, ON, N1H 2W8
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Offers free programs, services, resources to individuals and families in need. Programs and services include:
- Food Market
- Clothing Market
- Food Skills Classes
- Ease into Work
- Guelph Community Backpack Project (coordinated by Hope House in partnership with Guelph Neighbourhood Support Coalition and Salvation Army); collection, packing, and distribution of backpacks and school supplies for children and youth throughout Guelph
- Affordable Holiday Gift Market
- Hope in Motion
- Hope Smiles (dental care program for community members who volunteer or participate in Circles)
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Guelph Student Food Bank
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Office: 519-824-4120 ext 52561
620 Gordon St
Guelph, ON, N1G 1Y4
Guelph, ON, N1G 1Y4
Short Description
Food Bank is open by appointment only. Resources are limited. Call for information; intake is required.
In an effort to combat hunger and poverty on campus and in the greater Guelph community, the Guelph Student FoodBank provides undergraduate and graduate University of Guelph students access to emergency food, anti-poverty resources, and referrals to other food security, anti-poverty and financial assistance groups.
In an effort to combat hunger and poverty on campus and in the greater Guelph community, the Guelph Student FoodBank provides undergraduate and graduate University of Guelph students access to emergency food, anti-poverty resources, and referrals to other food security, anti-poverty and financial assistance groups.
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Office: 519-822-4701
175 Emma St
Guelph, ON, N1E 1V6
Guelph, ON, N1E 1V6
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Offers regular services, church activities and various ministries. Holy Rosary Parish also provides:
- short-term food assistance to persons in need within the north-east section of the city (groceries, food vouchers)
- Mission Possible group raises funds for Jesuit worldwide mission activities
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Office: 519-767-1380
100 Crimea St, Unit C12
Guelph, ON, N1H 2Y6
Guelph, ON, N1H 2Y6
Short Description
Guelph Food Bank works to provide much needed support to individuals and families within the community who struggle with basic needs, predominantly by distributing emergency food supports to those requiring assistance. We also work to support other agencies doing complimentary work within the city by providing monthly food offers to supplement some programming costs.
Food & Distribution Programs:
Food & Distribution Programs:
- Emergency Food Hamper Program
- Community Excess Program
- Agency Distribution Program
- Local Disaster Relief
- Waste reduction Offers a variety of other support programs including Job and Placement Programs, Help With Skills Programming, (i.e. school co-ops, peer work programs, budget counselling, etc)
- Also runs a Clothing Exchange (open to the public), Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program, and a Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)
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Office: 519-836-3963
95, 100 Crimea St
Guelph, ON, N1H 2Y6
Guelph, ON, N1H 2Y6
Short Description
Spiritwind Christian Centre (100 Crimea St) * Noah's Ark Childcare (95 Crimea St) * day care held on second floor of 95 Crimea St location (parking adjacent to 95 Crimea St)
* children and youth programs offered during worship service
* children and youth programs offered during worship service
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Office: 519-821-9243
Friendship Place, 35 Algonquin Dr
Guelph, ON, N1E 3P2
Guelph, ON, N1E 3P2
Short Description
Programs include:
Food and Nutrition
Food and Nutrition
- morning meal program for school age children
- emergency 2 day food support provided
- preschool programs
- youth programs
- summer day camp
- free or low cost recreation activities for families
- seasonal community events
- referrals and advocacy
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Office: 519-821-9677
Waverley Drive Public School, 140 Waverley Dr; Portable 4
Guelph, ON, N1E 1H2
Guelph, ON, N1E 1H2
Short Description
Programs and services include:
- children's recreational programs (subsidized spaces available upon approval)
- after school program
- summer camp
- practical needs shelf
- various seasonal events and activities
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Office: 519-824-6892
Onward Willow Community Centre, 15 Willow Rd, Unit K45
Guelph, ON, N1H 1V7
Guelph, ON, N1H 1V7
Short Description
Programs, services and events include:
- gathering place to meet with neighbours
- emergency food cupboard
- free clothing room
- donation room (toys, household goods, books)
- on-site employment assistance (Lutherwood)
- free local calls, photocopying, faxing
- homework club
- movie nights
- neighbourhood group meetings
- community Fridge
- volunteer opportunities
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Office: 519-836-9360
1320 Gordon St
Guelph, ON, N1L 1H2
Guelph, ON, N1L 1H2
Short Description
Programs include:
- adult fellowship and conversation
- 55 Plus Club: social, recreational, educational and spiritual activities
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Silvercreek Community Market
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Office: 519-821-7710
210 Silvercreek Pkwy N
Guelph, ON, N1H 7P8
Guelph, ON, N1H 7P8
Short Description
Community market
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Office Phone: 519-824-6340
West End Community Centre, 21 Imperial Rd S
Guelph, ON, N1K 1X3
Guelph, ON, N1K 1X3
Short Description
Programs include:
- children and youth programs
- preschool programs
- adult programs
- emergency food cupboard
- clothing cupboard
- after school programs
- community events
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Rockwood Office
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Office: 519-856-2113
143 Dennis St, Unit B
Guelph/Eramosa, ON, N0B 2K0
Guelph/Eramosa, ON, N0B 2K0
Short Description
Multi-service agency that serves community members in need by providing hunger and illness relief services, counselling, transportation assistance, recreational programs, and other forms of aid to improve their quality of life. Also offers information on available services, community outreach and liaison with related organizations, transportation, and volunteer opportunities. Services in Rockwood include:
Seniors' Services
Seniors' Services
- Adult Day Program (transportation provided to Erin Centre 2000)
- health clinics: hearing clinics, foot care clinics, information sessions (call 519-833-0087)
- for eligible adults 18+ years of age
- services are dependent on volunteer availability
- government forms and program information, information on community services and leisure activities, advocacy, assistance with form filling, caregiver support and information, annual income tax clinics; referrals to other services
- assists residents of Guelph-Eramosa Township and Town of Erin in need of emergency food supplies
- Holiday Hamper program provides festive food and groceries, and gifts for children and family members
- Backpack Program
- EWCS Food Bank maintains many community partnerships (e.g. schools, churches, social clubs)
- sells gently used, seasonal clothing accessories, shoes and books
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Office: 519-833-9696
143 Dennis St, Unit B
Guelph/Eramosa, ON, N0B 2K0
Guelph/Eramosa, ON, N0B 2K0
Short Description
Programs and activities include:
Seniors:
Adult Day Programs for frail seniors and those with cognitive impairments (wheelchair accessible transportation available); nutritious meals and snacks ; social and recreational health and wellness programs ; seniors information directory.
The day program is open Mon-Thu for in-person visits maintaining physical distancing, wearing a mask, frequent hand washing/sanitization and daily COVID screener conducted. Telephone reassurance checks and zoom/virtual appointments provided.
Food Support:
food assistance for families experiencing a crisis; hampers of food and toys distributed at Christmas
COVID Update: All hampers will be delivered to recipient's porch.
Youth Programs:
In person (must be scheduled and adhere to social distancing, hand washing/sanitization and must wear a mask); telephone, text and zoom sessions also available during COVID.
New To You Store: sells gently-used clothing and small toys; open Mon-Sat.
BookEnds: sells gently read books (no magazines); open Tue-Sat.
Other services include:
Seniors:
Adult Day Programs for frail seniors and those with cognitive impairments (wheelchair accessible transportation available); nutritious meals and snacks ; social and recreational health and wellness programs ; seniors information directory.
The day program is open Mon-Thu for in-person visits maintaining physical distancing, wearing a mask, frequent hand washing/sanitization and daily COVID screener conducted. Telephone reassurance checks and zoom/virtual appointments provided.
Food Support:
food assistance for families experiencing a crisis; hampers of food and toys distributed at Christmas
COVID Update: All hampers will be delivered to recipient's porch.
Youth Programs:
In person (must be scheduled and adhere to social distancing, hand washing/sanitization and must wear a mask); telephone, text and zoom sessions also available during COVID.
New To You Store: sells gently-used clothing and small toys; open Mon-Sat.
BookEnds: sells gently read books (no magazines); open Tue-Sat.
Other services include:
- transportation services for eligible adults 16+ years of age
- free public internet access
- government forms and pamphlets
- fax, photocopying and laminating
- recreational information
- community outreach and support services
- access to other services and / or referrals including Canadian Mental Health Association, Rural Women's Support, Second Chance Employment, Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County, Immigration and Settlement Services, Probation and Parole Services
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Office: 519-939-6380
Food Pantry, 161 Avondale Rd, Located in front
Cambridge, ON, N3C 2E8
Cambridge, ON, N3C 2E8
Short Description
Food pantry available to those in need.
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Little Free Pantries
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Office: 519-939-6380
Food Pantry, 167 Scott Rd, Located in front
Cambridge, ON, N3C 3K6
Cambridge, ON, N3C 3K6
Short Description
Food pantry available to those in need.
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Food Bank
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519-853-1140
114 Mill St E
Halton Hills, ON, L7J 1H8
Halton Hills, ON, L7J 1H8
Short Description
Food bank serving Acton and the surrounding community
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519-853-0457
352 Queen St, Unit 6
Halton Hills, ON, L7J 1R2
Halton Hills, ON, L7J 1R2
Short Description
- Provides easy access to food for those individuals or families who are in need of basic needs assistance
- Donations are gratefully accepted
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Little Free Pantries
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Office: 519-939-6380
Food Pantry, 1027 Elgin St N, Located in front
Cambridge, ON, N1R 8J1
Cambridge, ON, N1R 8J1
Short Description
Food pantry available to those in need.
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How to Find - Food and Emergency Housing
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Short Description
This listing provides information on where to get help in Halton Hills for those in need of Emergency Housing, Long Term Housing Supports, Emergency Food, Food Banks and Crisis Support.
In an emergency, call 9-1-1 for police, ambulance, fire.
For Crisis Support, please see listing of resources here
Emergency Housing
- call 905-877-7585
- provides overnight shelter and a meal during the colder months to those in need
Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church
- call 905-877-1374
- Community and Family Services provide various emergency assistances to those in need
Lighthouse Emergency Shelter, Salvation Army Oakville
- call 905-339-2918
- provides safe, secure, short-term accommodations to individuals who are experiencing some type of housing crisis
- call 905-878-8970
- provides emergency shelter, crisis services, and support to physically, sexually, financially, and emotionally abused women and their dependent children
Long Term Housing Supports
- call 905-825-6000 or 3-1-1
- service that helps individuals access and maintain safe and affordable housing
- call 905-873-6502
- Transitional Housing is available for families who are homeless
- rent geared to income
- community support coordinator provides family support
Summit Housing and Outreach Programs
- call 905-847-3206
- provides housing, treatment, and case management services for those in need of mental health supports in Halton Region
- call 905-845-9212
- offers community-based housing, support and wellness programs to people living with mental health issues and/or problematic substance use
Emergency Food
- call 905-873-3368
- emergency help available if needed, by arrangement, outside of regular hours
- call 905-873-1887
- supports people who are in need of emergency assistance
St Joseph Church, St Vincent Charities
- call 519-853-0784
- provides food vouchers to those in need
Salvation Army Acton Community Church Food Bank
- call 519-853-5610
- food bank available on an as-needed basis following a personal interview and completion of application for assistance
Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church Food Bank
- call 905-877-1374
- available to assist anyone facing difficult circumstances
Food Banks
- call 519-853-0457
- provides easy access to food for those individuals or families who are in need of basic needs assistance
- call 905-873-3368
- provides food to those in need who meet the eligibility criteria
Food for Life Community Fridges
- call 905-635-1106
- a community fridge at both branches of the Halton Hills Public Library, stocked with 'Good Food bags'
Salvation Army Acton Community Church Food Bank
- call 519-853-5610
- food bank serving Acton and the surrounding community
Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church Food Bank
- call 905-877-1374
- food bank serving Georgetown and the surrounding community
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Little Free Pantries
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Office: 519-939-6380
Food Pantry, 137 Rouse Ave, Located in front
Cambridge, ON, N1R 4M9
Cambridge, ON, N1R 4M9
Short Description
Food pantry available to those in need.
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